Practice question
A qualified voter did not run for the office but timely seeks election quo warranto alleging the proclaimed local winner's statutory ineligibility. The winner argues that only a defeated rival candidate can ever file. Which response is correct?
- Section 253's voter-standing rule is not limited to a defeated rival, subject to all applicable requirements.
- Only candidates have political rights.
- A voter may never question eligibility.
- The winner can select who may sue.
- The petition automatically succeeds because a voter filed.
Legal references
- Batas Pambansa Blg. 881, section 253, https://lawphil.net/statutes/bataspam/bp1985/bp_881_1985.html
- Miguel v. Ogena, G.R. No. 256053, November 5, 2024, https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri2024/nov2024/gr_256053_2024.html
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